Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Galax, Virginia


The cost of living in Galax, Virginia is 31.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $34,078 in Galax, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galax, Virginia is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Galax
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Galax, VA
Compared to Chicago, Galax is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  54.4% lower
  Health
  24.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.2% lower

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